Nature centre and youth hostel reopen to the public at Las Fuentes del Marques in Caravaca
The hub of activity in the Caravaca de la Cruz beauty spot has been repaired, restored and enlarged over the last few months Work has now been completed to refurbish the nature centre (Centro de la Naturaleza) within the park..

The Cueva negra of Caravaca de la Cruz video
Spanish original, but gives an interesting perspective of the Cueva Negra in Caravaca de la Cruz!

Discover the natural paradise of the River Argos in north-western Murcia
Hiking, kayaking, birdwatching and the simple joy of the countryside in Caravaca, Cehegín and Calasparra Source: ITREM The River Argos is far from being a major waterway but it is one of the natural jewels of the north..

A brief history of Archivel
Archivel has evolved from a primitive human settlement 5,000 years ago to a popular rural tourist destination Humans settled in Archivel It is thought that the village was first given its current name some time in the late..

The village of Barranda in Caravaca de la Cruz
A popular rural tourism destination with a prestigious musical museum on the high ground of north-western Murcia Barranda is a small village in the high ground of north-western Murcia on the RM-730 road between Caravaca de..

October 26 Caravaca Experience trail running in the mountainous countryside of north-west Murcia
4 races of different lengths to test competitors of all levels and ages This year’s Caravaca Experience trail running event takes place on Sunday October 26, with a fourth competition added to the menu as events of this..

New branch of pilgrimage routes to Caravaca begins in the Alicante town of Granja de Rocamora
Ulea and Abanilla are also added to the itinerary as places where fragments of the True Cross are venerated As preparations continue for the Holy Jubilee Year in Caravaca de la Cruz in 2024 it has been announced that a new..

The Sierra de Mojantes in Caravaca de la Cruz
Fabulous views from the highest point of the Caravaca countryside The Sierra de Mojantes mountain range includes the highest point in the municipality of Caravaca de la Cruz at 1,615 metres above sea level, and an area of..

Cycling tours in and around Caravaca for all the family
A brilliant healthy way to discover the city and surroundings of Caravaca One of the most enjoyable, healthiest and most environmentally-friendly ways to explore any location is on the saddle of your bike, and these guided..

Museum of ethnic instruments and the Carlos Blanco Fadol collection in the Caravaca village of Barranda
The Museo de Música Étnica y Colección Carlos Blanco Fadol in Barranda The man responsible for this amazing place is a remarkable man by the name of Carlos Blanco Fadol. There are many accomplished musicians throughout..

The Cerro de la Fuente archaeological site of Archivel in Caravaca de la Cruz
Remains of buildings from up to 5,000 years ago in the coumtryside west of Caravaca The popular village of Archivel, a few kilometres west of the Holy City of Caravaca de la Cruz, is not only a favourite destination for rural..

Motor home and caravan park in Caravaca de la Cruz
Up to 72 hours free motor home camping close to the city centre of Caravaca The council-run motor home and caravan park in Caravaca de la Cruz is located 2 kilometres from the RM-15 motorway alongside the RM-715 in Calle Pabell..

The Camino de Levante pilgrimage and hiking route from Orihuela to Caravaca de la Cruz
The 120-kilometre walk is open permanently and attracts thousands of religious pilgrims every seven years The Camino de Levante is a walking or cycling route which covers a distance of approximately 120 kilometres between..

November 30 Free concert by Albardín in Barranda
The musical tradition of Murcia with influences from elsewhere in Europe at the Ethnic Music Museum in Barranda The 2025 “Conciertos Sentidos” series of free musical events at the Museum of Ethnic Music in the Caravaca..

Peña Rubia and El Nevazo in Caravaca de la Cruz
A popular walking and picnic area and home to a sleeping giant named Tomir! Peña Rubia is a vertical limestone peak in the Cerro Gordo area of mountainous terrain, surrounded by pine forest and a perfect mountain ecosystem..

November 8 Join a 35-km mountain resistance hike in the countryside of Caravaca
The route of this non-competitive distance event is described as “very hard” The 13th edition of the “Sierras del Noroeste Murciano” mountain resistance hike is being held in the municipality of Caravaca de la Cruz..

October 26 Free concert by Xuxurlaka in Barranda
Celtic music from the Basque country at the Ethnic Music Museum in Barranda The 2025 “Conciertos Sentidos” series of free musical events at the Museum of Ethnic Music in the Caravaca village of Barranda continues on Sunday..

The 2024 Holy Jubilee Year in Caravaca de la Cruz
The Jubilee in Caravaca is a culturally and socially dynamic event as well as one of great religious significance (Source: ITREM, tourist board of the Region of Murcia) When Pope John Paul II granted a Holy Jubilee Year..

The village of Archivel in the countryside of Caravaca de la Cruz
A picturesque rural retreat, a popular rural tourism destination and a wealth of history shared with Caravaca The village of Archivel lies in the municipality of Caravaca de la Cruz between Barranda (also in Caravaca) and..

The village and rural district of La Encarnación in Caravaca de la Cruz
Millennia of archaeological remains have been found in the picturesque mountain scenery of La Encarnación It has been said that if one place in the Region of Murcia above all others can boast archaeological remains which..

Infrastructures improved at Caravaca rural tourism sites in Barranda and Archivel
Both of these Caravaca sites contain Roman remains and even older relics from the Bronze Age The Town Hall of Caravaca de la Cruz has completed work to improve the infrastructures at the popular rural tourism sites of Las..

Las Fuentes del Marqués and the Torreón de los Templarios in Caravaca de la Cruz
A wonderful natural beauty spot with an interpretation centre and water features in Caravaca Las Fuentes del Marqués is an attractive natural park area about 2km from the centre of Caravaca de la Cruz and is an ideal place..

The Vía Verde del Noroeste greenway and Caravaca de la Cruz
A 78-kilometre hiking and cycling route full of beautiful scenery and cultural and historical significance The Vía Verde del Noroeste (the Greenway of the North-west) is one of the most important ecological routes in the..

November 8 La Peregrina mountain bike event in Caravaca de la Cruz
All age groups and categories are catered for in this great ride through the mountains and countryside of Caravaca The success of the “La Peregrina” mountain bike event in Caravaca last year, when it was held for the..